Caring Village Resources

Caregiving guides, tips & honest product reviews

Practical, expert-reviewed advice for family caregivers, from dementia care and aging in place to the best apps and safety products for the people you love.

Stroke Care

How to Identify the Signs of a Stroke

Recognizing a stroke fast saves lives. Learn the FAST method every caregiver should know by heart.

Lynda MenegottiFeb 1, 2019

Aging in Place

In the News: Community Aging in Place, Advancing Better Living for Elders

A small home repair budget that saves thousands in medical bills: inside the CAPABLE program helping elders stay home safely.

Lynda MenegottiJan 21, 2019

Senior Health

Tips for Staying Healthy During Cold and Flu Season

Cold and flu season does not have to flatten you. Eleven straightforward habits to help you stay well all winter.

Lynda MenegottiJan 9, 2019

Elder Care Planning

Tax Tips for Caregivers

Tax season rewards the organized. Early-year moves that can save family caregivers real money when they file.

Lynda MenegottiJan 7, 2019

Senior Health

How to Strengthen Bones for Older Adults

Bone loss quietly begins around age 50, especially after menopause: how older adults can keep their bones strong.

Lynda MenegottiDec 30, 2018

Caregiver Wellness

5 Ways to Deal with the Holiday Blues

The holidays can stir loneliness and worry alongside the joy. Five ways to ease the seasonal blues.

Lynda MenegottiDec 14, 2018

Senior Safety

How to Select the Best Bed Rails for My Aging Parent

The wrong bed rail can do more harm than good. What to weigh before buying one to keep an aging parent safe.

Caring VillageDec 12, 2018

Family Caregiving

How to Hire a Nurse for Home Care: Step-by-Step Guide

A private nurse and a caregiver are not the same thing. Know the difference before hiring home care for a loved one.

Jennifer BembryDec 10, 2018

Family Caregiving

Best Gifts to Help Caregivers Care for Their Loved One

Shopping for someone who gives all year? A gift guide of affordable, genuinely useful picks for the caregivers in your life.

Lynda MenegottiDec 10, 2018

Caregiver Wellness

The Best Books About Caregiving

Six caregiving books worth your time, offering guidance and reassurance for anyone caring for a loved one.

Lynda MenegottiDec 7, 2018

Family Caregiving

How to Get Through the Holidays as a Family Caregiver

Caregiving through the holidays runs smoother with realistic expectations and honest conversations. Here is how to set both.

Lynda MenegottiDec 5, 2018

Senior Health

Best Electric Toothbrushes for Older Adults

Gum disease is linked to bigger health problems. Three electric toothbrushes that make daily oral care easier for older hands.

Lynda MenegottiDec 3, 2018